AUTHORS: Myers C, Krogman H, Stevens B, et al. Cureus Oct 2024 Abstract Spinal stenosis poses a significant healthcare challenge in the United States. This case report delineates the progressive interventions in a male over 90 years of age with lumbar spinal stenosis, emphasizing the shift toward minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery. The patient, burdened […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Magno M, Roriz C, Santos C, et al. Cureus March 2025 Abstract Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH) is characterized by calcification and ossification of ligaments, predominantly affecting the spine. Although often asymptomatic, it can cause dysphagia, dyspnea, and airway obstruction when anterior cervical osteophytes are involved. A 70-year-old male presented with severe dysphagia, respiratory distress, […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Hasoon J, Varrassi G, Viswanath O Cureus Jan 2025 Introduction Ischial bursitis is a challenging chronic pain condition often resistant to conservative treatments. Ischial bursa injections, including fluoroscopically guided and landmark-based approaches, are commonly used when first-line interventions fail. This study aims to compare the efficacy of these two techniques in providing pain relief […]
Read MoreAuthors: Ntioudi M, Gelatou S, Karypidou V, et al. Cureus March 2025 Abstract Preeclampsia is a major hypertensive disorder of pregnancy associated with increased maternal, fetal, and neonatal risks. Acute respiratory failure, though rare, is a severe complication that may arise due to preeclampsia or unrelated medical conditions. We present a case of a 23-year-old […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Singh P, Ghatak T, Mani U, et al. Cureus March 20205 Abstract Background: Post-dural puncture headache (PDPH) is a common complication that occurs in a small percentage of patients who undergo spinal or epidural anesthesia. The current treatment modalities for PDPH involve both conservative management and interventional approaches. In cases where conservative management is […]
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